100 Posters/134 Squirrels
A 2010 reissue of Jay Ryan’s underground hit book, with new material added, and essays by Steve Albini, Art Chantry, Greg Kot, and Debra Parr.
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DogTown: The Legend of the Z-Boys
The bigger, newly designed edition of an iconic skateboarding book, including additional never-before-seen Glen E. Friedman photos and a new C.R. Stecyk III postscript.
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Drug Chronicles (5-Book Set)
For a limited time, receive paperback copies of all books currently in our Drug Chronicles series (The Nicotine Chronicles, The Marijuana Chronicles, The Heroin Chronicles, The Speed Chronicles, and The Cocaine Chronicles) for $40, plus shipping!
Hunters in High Heels: Limited Edition Preorder
This limited edition preorder package includes a copy of Hunters in High Heels and a Giclee print—both signed by Omar Rodríguez-López
This page is for the LIMITED EDITION PACKAGE. To order a standalone signed or unsigned copy of the book, follow this link.
All preorders will ship on or before December 1, 2024, in time for the holidays.
Joe Meno Collection (Four Book Set)
For a limited time, purchase four of Joe Meno’s titles (Hairstyles of the Damned, Office Girl, How the Hula Girl Sings, and Tender as Hellfire) for only $25!
Kaylie Jones Books (Four Book Set)
For a limited time, purchase Unmentionables, Sing in the Morning, Cry at Night, The Love Book, and Starve the Vulture together for only $25!
Keep Your Eyes Open: The Fugazi Photographs of Glen E. Friedman
A second edition of the definitive photo book of one of the most influential rock bands of the past forty years, including brand-new, exclusive material.
For a SIGNED copy of the book, please select “SIGNED BY GLEN E. FRIEDMAN” in the drop-down menu above and click “ADD TO CART.” Or, for a 25% discount off the list price, please select “Unsigned.” If you have any questions about your order, please contact info@akashicbooks.com.
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LyricPop First 8-Book Bundle
For a limited time, purchase a set of the first 8 titles in our LyricPop series of children’s picture books for just $50 (plus shipping)!
LyricPop Full 16-Book Set!
For a limited time, purchase the full set of our LyricPop series of children’s picture books: 16 books for just $100 (plus shipping)!
LyricPop Second 8-Book Bundle
For a limited time, purchase a set of the second 8 titles in our LyricPop series of children’s picture books for just $50 (plus shipping)!
Midwest Noir (four book set)
For a limited time, purchase four Midwest Noir Series titles (Chicago, Detroit, Kansas City, and Twin Cities) for only $35!
Mystery Book
We know our catalog has a lot to choose from, so let us pick your next favorite read for you!
Take a chance with a mystery book from our list, chosen by us and sent to you, for over 50% off retail.
Nelson George Two Book Set
For a limited time, purchase both The Lost Treasures of R&B and The Plot Against Hip Hop together for only $15!
The Perfume Burned His Eyes—Signed with Limited Edition Hardcover ZOPA WORDS
This LIMITED EDITION PACKAGE for the paperback edition of Michael Imperioli’s novel The Perfume Burned His Eyes includes a signed book and the limited edition signed hardcover ZOPA WORDS, by Imperioli and his bandmates Elijah Amitin and Olmo Tighe of ZOPA.
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The Reservoir—Limited Edition Package with Exclusive Chapbook
SOLD OUT. The Limited Edition package of THE RESERVOIR with the chapbook POEMS, LYRICS, FLIP. has sold out. However, the novella is still available Click here to order The Reservoir without the exclusive chapbook.
Stay Positive Limited Edition Preorder Package
With their new picture book Stay Positive—based on their signature song of the same name—The Hold Steady welcomes a new generation to the “Unified Scene.”
This LIMITED EDITION PACKAGE for Stay Positive includes a copy of the book signed by the band, a custom Stay Positive water bottle, and a sticker sheet.
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Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock ‘n’ Roll Group
Washington, DC–based rock ‘n’ roll antihero Ian F. Svenonius provides an unparalleled and exquisitely provocative how-to guide for rock bands.
*While supplies last, books ordered through the website will include a bookplate SIGNED by Ian F. Svenonius!
Two Times Intro: On the Road with Patti Smith
Two Times Intro is Michael Stipe’s intimate and evocative visual diary of Patti Smith’s return to live performance.
USA Noir
The best USA-based stories in the Akashic noir series, compiled into one volume and edited by Johnny Temple!
What Else Is in the Teaches of Peaches
An outrageous and provocative photograph book of cult music hero Peaches, with text from Peaches, Yoko Ono, Elliot Page, and Michael Stipe.
While supplies last, books ordered through the Akashic Books website will include a bookplate SIGNED by Peaches!
You Have to Fucking Eat
The long-awaited sequel to the #1 New York Times best-selling classic Go the Fuck to Sleep.